"While we're more accustomed to heading to Milan with fashion and design at the forefront, early 2026 is bringing something new to the city: the Winter Olympics. Come February, the northern Italian metropolis will share the limelight with Cortina for the 25th Winter Games, with the Paralympics following in March. Milan will host ice sports, including figure skating and short track speed skating, at the Unipol Forum di Assago; speed skating at the Fiera Milano Rho Exhibition Center;"
"World-class pizza and pasta are, of course, aplenty in this Italian city, but be sure to make the most of Milan's specialties and more traditional Northern Italian dishes, often found in low-key, relaxed trattorias. In winter, Lombardians gravitate toward cassoeula, a braised veal shank cooked slowly until the meat yields to a fork, often served with gremolata. Risotto alla Milanese is also a must-try: a rich, buttery, golden-colored rice dish flavored with saffron."
Milan will co-host the 25th Winter Olympics with Cortina in early 2026, and the Paralympics will follow in March. Ice sports including figure skating and short-track speed skating will take place at the Unipol Forum di Assago; speed skating at the Fiera Milano Rho Exhibition Center; and ice hockey at Rho Fiera and the new Arena Santa Giulia. Official fan zones and public screenings will appear across the city. Visitors accustomed to fashion events are advised to seek local spots and off-the-beaten-path venues. Northern Italian winter specialties include cassoeula, saffron-infused Risotto alla Milanese, and cotoletta alla Milanese.
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